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Home Hotel Katajanokka

Helsinki · Finland

Merikasarminkatu, 1 AView location

9.4/10Excellent1,000 Reviews
Cleanliness9.6/109.6
Service9.6/109.6
Comfort9.4/109.4
Condition9.4/109.4
Amenities9.2/109.2
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About Home Hotel Katajanokka

Home Hotel Katajanokka is beautifully situated on the island of Katajanokka in central Helsinki, housed within a former prison dating back to 1837. This elegant hotel features a restaurant and guests can experience a unique atmosphere brimming with history.

Enjoy a tranquil stay with breakfast, afternoon fika and dinner served every day as part of your room rate.

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With a stay at Home Hotel Katajanokka, you'll be centrally located in Helsinki, within a 10-minute walk of Uspenski Cathedral and Allas Sea Pool. This luxury hotel is 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from Senate Square and 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from Esplanadi.

Stay in one of 106 guestrooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms have complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include safes and desks, and housekeeping is provided on request.

Featured amenities include a 24-hour business center, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a 24-hour front desk. Planning an event in Helsinki? This hotel has 1292 square feet (120 square meters) of space consisting of conference space and 7 meeting rooms. Self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.

Popular amenities

Free WiFi
Parking available
Dining services
Concierge
Laundry
Spa
Gym
Entertainment
Smoking areas
Business facilities
Banquet facilities
Accessible facilities

Check-in and check-out

Check-in from 3:00 PM
Check-in until 5:30 AM
Check-out until 12:00 PM
Minimum check-in age 18

Hotel policies

No rollaway/extra beds available Green Key (Foundation for Environmental Education) Professional property host/manager Pets allowed Service animals are allowed Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions

Cleaning and safety

Essential Travel
Essential workers only - NO

Important information

  • Special Instructions
    Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
  • Instructions
    • Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
    • Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
    • Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
    • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
    • Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
  • Minimal age
    18
  • Optional fees
    • Self parking fee: EUR 21.00 per day
    • Pet fee: EUR 30 per accommodation, per stay (maximum EUR 40 per stay)
    • Service animals are exempt from fees
    • Crib (infant bed) fee: EUR 10 per night

    The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

  • Spoken Language

    Swedish

    Russian

    Finnish

    English

    French

    Spanish

Nearby attractions

Scandic Marina Congress Center 0.4 km / 0.2 mi
Uspenski Cathedral 0.7 km / 0.4 mi
Helsinki Sky Wheel 0.8 km / 0.5 mi
Allas Sea Pool 0.8 km / 0.5 mi
Presidential Palace 0.8 km / 0.5 mi
Helsinki City Hall 1 km / 0.6 mi
Senate Square 1.1 km / 0.7 mi
Kauppatori Market Square 1.1 km / 0.7 mi
Helsinki City Museum 1.1 km / 0.7 mi
Esplanadi 1.2 km / 0.7 mi
University of Helsinki 1.2 km / 0.7 mi
Old Market Hall 1.2 km / 0.8 mi
Helsinki Cathedral 1.4 km / 0.9 mi
Kinopalatsi Finnkino Cinema 1.7 km / 1.1 mi
Ateneum Art Museum 1.7 km / 1.1 mi

Hotel facilities & services

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  • Year of construction: 1888
  • Year of most recent renovation: 2018
  • Total number of rooms: 106
  • Number of floors (main building): 4
  • hotel
  • City centre
  • Bus/Train station
  • Nearest Bus / Metro Stop
  • Airport
  • Harbour
  • Large pets allowed (over 5 kg)Extra charge
  • Wheelchair-accessible
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  • Car parkExtra charge
  • Key Collection
  • 24-hour reception
  • Check-in hour
  • Check-out hour
  • Late Check-outExtra charge
  • Wi-fi
  • Laundry serviceExtra charge
  • Lift access
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Gym
  • Luggage room
  • Sauna
Meal plans

Meal plan types

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BED AND BREAKFAST

Breakfast is included with your stay.

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  • DOUBLE SUPERIORDOUBLE • SUPERIORDBL.SU-1

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    DOUBLE SUPERIOR

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    DOUBLE
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    Room code: DBL.SU-1

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  • DOUBLE SUPERIORDOUBLE • SUPERIOR • 1 Bedroom • 25 m²DBL.SU
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    Non-smoking room
    Room size
    25 m²
    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–2 • Adults: max. 2 • Children: max. 1
    Bed setup
    King-size bed 150-183 width
    Bedrooms
    1
    Room type
    DOUBLE
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    SUPERIOR

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: DBL.SU

    Room amenities

    • Children share the bed with parents
    • TV
    • Fitness room
    • Housekeeping
    • Fan
    • Bathrobes
    • Desk
    • Wake-up service
    • Wi-fi
    • Central heating
    • Tea and coffee making facilities
    • Internet access
    • Bathroom: 1
    • Bathtub: 1

    Facilities with extra charge

    • Cot on demand

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  • DOUBLE SUPERIOR WITH VIEWSDOUBLE • SUPERIOR WITH VIEWSDBL.SU-WV

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    DOUBLE SUPERIOR WITH VIEWS

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    DOUBLE
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    SUPERIOR WITH VIEWS

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    Room code: DBL.SU-WV

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  • Double or Twin WITH DOUBLE BEDDouble or Twin • WITH DOUBLE BEDDBT.DB

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    Double or Twin WITH DOUBLE BED

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–6 • Adults: max. 6 • Children: max. 3
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    WITH DOUBLE BED

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    Room code: DBT.DB

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  • JUNIOR SUITE WITH VIEWSJUNIOR SUITE • WITH VIEWSJSU.WV

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    JUNIOR SUITE WITH VIEWS

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    JUNIOR SUITE
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    WITH VIEWS

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    Room code: JSU.WV

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  • TWIN SUPERIORTWIN • SUPERIOR • 1 Bedroom • 25 m²TWN.SU
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    Non-smoking room
    Room size
    25 m²
    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–2 • Adults: max. 2 • Children: max. 1
    Bed setup
    2 × Single bed 80-130 width
    Bedrooms
    1
    Room type
    TWIN
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    SUPERIOR

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: TWN.SU

    Room amenities

    • Wi-fi

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  • DOUBLE STANDARDDOUBLE • STANDARDDBL.ST-1

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    DOUBLE STANDARD

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    DOUBLE
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    STANDARD

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    Room code: DBL.ST-1

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  • TWIN STANDARDTWIN • STANDARDTWN.ST-1

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    TWIN STANDARD

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    STANDARD

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    Room code: TWN.ST-1

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  • DOUBLE SINGLE USE STANDARDDOUBLE SINGLE USE • STANDARDDUS.ST

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    DOUBLE SINGLE USE STANDARD

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–2 • Adults: max. 1 • Children: max. 1
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    DOUBLE SINGLE USE
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    STANDARD

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    Room code: DUS.ST

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  • TWIN STANDARDTWIN • STANDARD • 1 Bedroom • 17 m²TWN.ST
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    TWIN STANDARD

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    Room overview

    Non-smoking room
    Room size
    17 m²
    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–2 • Adults: max. 2 • Children: max. 1
    Bed setup
    2 × Single bed 80-130 width
    Bedrooms
    1
    Room type
    TWIN
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    STANDARD

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: TWN.ST

    Room amenities

    • Wi-fi
    • Fitness room
    • Central heating

    Facilities with extra charge

    • Cot on demand

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  • FAMILY ROOM TWO BEDSFAMILY ROOM • TWO BEDSFAM.2B

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    FAMILY ROOM TWO BEDS

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–8 • Adults: max. 8 • Children: max. 5
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    FAMILY ROOM
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    TWO BEDS

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    Room code: FAM.2B

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  • DOUBLE SUPERIOR KING BEDDOUBLE • SUPERIOR KING BEDDBL.KG-SU

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    DOUBLE SUPERIOR KING BED

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
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    DOUBLE
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    SUPERIOR KING BED

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    Room code: DBL.KG-SU

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  • SINGLE SUPERIORSINGLE • SUPERIORSGL.SU

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    SINGLE SUPERIOR

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–1 • Adults: max. 1 • Children: max. 0
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    SINGLE
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    SUPERIOR

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    Room code: SGL.SU

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  • DOUBLE SINGLE USE SUPERIORDOUBLE SINGLE USE • SUPERIORDUS.SU

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    DOUBLE SINGLE USE SUPERIOR

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    Guests: 1–2 • Adults: max. 1 • Children: max. 1
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    DOUBLE SINGLE USE
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    SUPERIOR

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    Room code: DUS.SU

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  • JUNIOR SUITE STANDARDJUNIOR SUITE • STANDARDJSU.ST

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    JUNIOR SUITE STANDARD

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–5 • Adults: max. 5 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    JUNIOR SUITE
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    STANDARD

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    Room code: JSU.ST

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  • DOUBLE STANDARDDOUBLE • STANDARD • 1 Bedroom • 17 m²DBL.ST
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    DOUBLE STANDARD

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    Room overview

    Non-smoking room
    Room size
    17 m²
    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–2 • Adults: max. 2 • Children: max. 1
    Bed setup
    Double bed 131-150 width
    Bedrooms
    1
    Room type
    DOUBLE
    View / characteristic
    STANDARD

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: DBL.ST

    Room amenities

    • Make-up mirror
    • Fan
    • TV
    • Hairdryer
    • Fitness room
    • Soundproof room
    • Children share the bed with parents
    • Housekeeping
    • Smoke detector
    • Wake-up service
    • Wi-fi
    • Central heating
    • Ironing set
    • Tea and coffee making facilities
    • Internet access
    • Desk

    Facilities with extra charge

    • Cot on demand

    Available rooms, prices and included facilities are confirmed after you choose your dates and rate.

  • Room SUPERIORRoom • SUPERIORROO.SU

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    Room SUPERIOR

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–10 • Adults: max. 10 • Children: max. 6
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    Room
    View / characteristic
    SUPERIOR

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    Room code: ROO.SU

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  • FAMILY ROOM STANDARDFAMILY ROOM • STANDARDFAM.ST-1

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    FAMILY ROOM STANDARD

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–8 • Adults: max. 8 • Children: max. 5
    Room type
    FAMILY ROOM
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    STANDARD

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    Room code: FAM.ST-1

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  • TWIN SUPERIORTWIN • SUPERIORTWN.SU-1

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    TWIN SUPERIOR

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    TWIN
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    SUPERIOR

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    Room code: TWN.SU-1

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  • Room STANDARDRoom • STANDARDROO.ST

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    Room STANDARD

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–10 • Adults: max. 10 • Children: max. 6
    Room type
    Room
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    STANDARD

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: ROO.ST

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  • SINGLE STANDARDSINGLE • STANDARDSGL.ST

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    SINGLE STANDARD

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–1 • Adults: max. 1 • Children: max. 0
    Room type
    SINGLE
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    STANDARD

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: SGL.ST

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  • FAMILY ROOM STANDARDFAMILY ROOM • STANDARD • 1 Bedroom • 25 m²FAM.ST
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    Room overview

    Non-smoking room
    Room size
    25 m²
    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
    Bed setup
    Sofa bed, King-size bed 150-183 width
    Bedrooms
    1
    Room type
    FAMILY ROOM
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    STANDARD

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: FAM.ST

    Room amenities

    • Wi-fi

    Available rooms, prices and included facilities are confirmed after you choose your dates and rate.

Guest reviews

What other guests saying about Home Hotel Katajanokka

9.4
Excellent
1,000 Reviews
Cleanliness
9.6 /10
Service
9.6 /10
Comfort
9.4 /10
Condition
9.4 /10
Amenities
9.2 /10
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10/10
Exceptional
19 Jul 2026
Anne
This is one of the nicest hotels I've ever stayed in. A magnificent remodel of an old prison preserved some of the historic rooms or cells. The staff was beyond helpful, even lending us us champagne keeper.
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
18 Jul 2026
Brian
Great place to stay in Helsinki, not too far from anything (we walked almost everywhere). Breakfast was always a really nice layout with same options all days. We didn't try the free dinners, but they had different menus each day we were there. Only negative was that our first room had an incredibly high tub/ shower combo that you had to really stretch to get into/out of. Staff moved us to a room w/ only a shower that was much better. Overall, 9.5/10!
Family_with_children
10/10
Exceptional
18 Jul 2026
Loida
The entire experience was excellent from the room, food and staff. The historical ambience is fascinating.
Family
10/10
Exceptional
15 Jul 2026
Jennifer
I genuinely cannot recommend this hotel strongly enough. It is an interesting and unique building and beautifully updated while honouring the original use and look of the interior, and saving a little of the history as an almost museum like viewing area. On top of that, the staff are amongst some of the best we have ever encountered, the food is plentiful and tasty, the location is ideal for major sights of Helsinki and next to a tram stop should you wish to see further afield. It has on-site parking, plenty of stairways and fast and effective lifts. The room was wonderful, spacious and comfortable and had a kettle which we discovered was unusual in Scandanavia. If I could give this 6 stars or more, I would.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
11 Jul 2026
Sonia
Such a brilliant place to stay in Helsinki. Brilliantly located, historic and interesting building and the provision of dinner made it perfect for travelling with kids. The room was clean and comfortable and the staff friendly and always helpful.
Family_with_children
8/10
Excellent
10 Jul 2026
Iain Edwin
Tram stop is right outside hotel and is 10-15 mins ride to central station (less to City Centre and market square)
Hotel and rooms very clean and all staff encountered (reception and restaurant) very friendly
Slept well every night, despite the trams running early in the morning. Rooms are well maintained, only issue is with the bath being very deep so not the easiest to get in and out of - if this would be an issue I would request a shower room instead.
Breakfast is a lovely spread, hot and cold options and pastries, juices, coffee, smoothies
Evening meal not to same level - a soup option, plenty of salads and breads but only 1 main course and no desserts. Has to be said though that all the food was excellent quality and is constantly replenished. For the evening main course, check the board near reception, the QR code on the tv leads to a menu that hadn't been updated.
Overall very happy and would definitely return
Family_with_children
10/10
Exceptional
08 Jul 2026
Bill
Great breakfast and dinner served with an afternoon snack.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
06 Jul 2026
Donald
All is good! Good breakfast! Thank you.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
06 Jul 2026
Aurelia
So much fun to stay in what used to be a prison (although it took me a day to figure that out!). The decor is fascinating. Otherwise, great location, easy transportation options, excellent dining nearby. Hotel is about 40min from airport so not the closest option.
Business
8/10
Excellent
02 Jul 2026
Dilip
Convenient location and it was an easy transfer by taxi. We were 90 minutes early from our check in time but although our rooms were ready they were happy to charge us € 20 Euros for an early check in but not let us have them early.
We left the luggage in storage and went for a stroll.
10/10
Exceptional
30 Jun 2026
Bekky
Quirky, characterful hotel walking distance from Helsinki centre.
Was such a cool experience staying in a prison but with 5 star facilities.
We had a great stay, great location, lovely food (im vegetarian and plenty for me) and super comfy beds. Highly recommend
Partner
8/10
Excellent
30 Jun 2026
Jaana
Quite a unique and pleasantly quiet hotel. My room was pretty nice size and the bed very comfortable. The downside was that there was no aircon and the windows can’t be opened. Luckily there was a table fan. Although the room was mostly in good condition, some of the doors and doorframes could do with a little paint. Also, the paint was peeling very badly around the window in the bathroom.

Breakfast was plentiful, I didn’t have a chance to try the fika, and only had dinner once and it was nothing very exciting for a vegetarian but the freshly baked bread was yummy. Other guests (omnivores) seem to be tucking in merrily so I suspect their food choices were tasty.
Self
6/10
Pleasant
29 Jun 2026
Keith
Hotel has had better days under old management was more upscale and better maintained. Good location
Friends_and_family Friends
8/10
Excellent
27 Jun 2026
Rachel L
Great, cool hotel with amazing food, loved the incredible included breakfast and dinner. The public areas of the hotel are lovely,unfortunately room was less updated and very small for 2 twins.
Also not having sauna open daily was disappointing
Family
10/10
Exceptional
26 Jun 2026
David
Great location, great food (which is included). The history of the building is so interesting. Loved every minute.
Partner
6/10
Pleasant
24 Jun 2026
Shayan
Very interesting place, maintained and clean. Bathing tub is very high and difficult to get in and out for older or arthritic people. Breakfast was good, should add decaf black tea, could not get black caffinated tea, although, many other were available. Mostly bacon as meat, with little or no choice for vegetarians and non bacon eaters! They tried to make some vegetarian food which was not edible! Dinner timings are too short 6-8 pm. Most nights we could not eat dinner due to this and also with no alternative to Bacon such as fish or chicken. Dint understand , why we had to request room cleaning a night before at the reception, instead of a door notice ! Staff very helpful and smiling. Number 4 tram stop just outside the hotel wall, which is great for commute. Walking distance about 20 minutes to the centre of the town. Well equipped gymn but sauna was out of order .
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
22 Jun 2026
Melanie
This hotel is conveniently located near a trolly stop. That helps navigate the city. The hotel itself is a comfortable place to stay. The included food service is excellent. You are provided breakfast which is extensive, fika, and dinner daily. Everything food wise is excellent. The rooms are well decorated and the beds are very comfortable. I would definite stay here if I returned to Helsinki. It is walking distance to the Viking ship that you can take a day trip to Tallinn. It’s a short tram ride with a 5 minute walk or so from the train station. The WiFi in the hotel was good enough for our needs. We did install the Hsl app so we could utilize the public transport. With that you can easily get all over Helsinki using public transport.
Anyway this is a solid hotel with a lot of extras included
Family
10/10
Exceptional
21 Jun 2026
Kevin
It was comfortable, clean and the best hotel we had in Northern Europe. Free breakfast, fika and dinner included. Very interesting place with lots of history and good food.
Partner
6/10
Pleasant
20 Jun 2026
Derek
A bit of wear and tear in the room. Staff were excellent. Dinner lacked variety, both meals could use better labelling.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
17 Jun 2026
Alison
Great location with easy public transport links. Peaceful area. We arrived by ferry from Stockholm and hotel was only a short walk from terminal. We especially appreciated the complimentary dinner which consisted of soup with selection of breads followed by set main course and selection of salads. teas or coffee. We would not hesitate to use this hotel again.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
16 Jun 2026
Kimberly
Clean hotel, great location and interesting history. Needs more outlets for rooms. Breakfast was absolutely delicious!
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
14 Jun 2026
Krasimira A
Excellent place! Highly recommend!
Self
10/10
Exceptional
12 Jun 2026
Laura
We loved having breakfast, fika, and dinner provided as part of our room reservation. We were sorry we couldn't take advantage of all the amenities and would love to come back to this hotel again for a longer stay. Very convenient to everything in Helsinki with the tram right outside the front door.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
09 Jun 2026
Monica
What an amazing place to stay. A unique setting (being a converted prison) and close by to everything you need. It’s literally 5 minutes to the ferry to Estonia. Slightly longer than that and you’ve walked to the Ferris wheel, outdoor market, etc. The staff were amazingly helpful. They were informative, friendly, warm and welcoming. I loved my stay. 100% would stay again.
Self
10/10
Exceptional
09 Jun 2026
Yoshie
All the staff are very friendly
Dinner and Breakfast were included
in the hotel fee
Very healthy choice
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
08 Jun 2026
Luke Martin
I loved this place, hotel is quirky and was a pleasure to stay here, staff were great and were always happy to help. Meals were good and a great chilled out atmosphere in the bistro area. Hotel was in a really nice relaxing district and so easy to hop on the tram outside the hotel to get into the city centre within 5 mins. I'd definitely stay here again, thank you for a great stay Home Hotel Katajanokka
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
04 Jun 2026
Steven
Comfortable space and extremely close to the Viking terminal. Very interesting history that was reflected well in the renovation of the building. Good food. Would definitely return.
Friends
10/10
Exceptional
04 Jun 2026
Arpad
Great location. Quiet. Comfortable beds. Nice design in an old prison built in the 1800’s. The free food had gluten and lactose free options like sautéed vegetables, beans, eggs, sausages, salads, fruit. You can walk to many attractions but the tram stops right in front of the hotel. I bought the ABC ticket on Tram#4 for €4.8 and the same ticket worked on the train “I” all the way to the airport. Took about an hour but it was very relaxing and comfortable.
Self
10/10
Exceptional
04 Jun 2026
cielo
This has been the best hotel I've stayed (3rd week in May) at in the 10 years I've been traveling to Europe. From the immaculate room, the delicious breakfast & dinner selections, the helpful staff, & the convenient location, this hotel is beyond awesome!

I've never stayed at a place like this before & I booked it 6 months before for its historical significance, but it has blown away.

I only regret that I didn't stay longer! Every hotel should be like this! Thank you!!!
Self
10/10
Exceptional
27 May 2026
Colleen
This was such a lovely hotel! The food was delicious, staff were friendly and helpful, the location was convenient with a tram stop just outside the property, and overall made the trip better. They even left my daughter a treat and note on her birthday!! We will definitely stay here again.
Family
10/10
Exceptional
21 May 2026
Tricia
This is a very unusual hotel, being situated i an old jail. It conserves the main features of the jail but is very warm, welcoming and modernised. Very helpful staff.
Best feature is the excellent buffet dinner and breakfast included in the very reasonable price.
There is a tram stop immediately outside and it is also a short walk to the Viking terminal for the ferry to Stockholm.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
16 May 2026
KAMALA
Breakfast menu was excellent with a variety.
Food was fresh and full of flavour.
Dinner was on house and it was amazing, extremely delicious.
Friends
10/10
Exceptional
14 May 2026
Colleen
Lovely hotel with a great breakfast and dinner in a quiet walkable neighborhood
10/10
Exceptional
09 May 2026
Mary
Great hotel experience that differs from most hotels. Comfy beds, very quiet and great breakfast and dinner included. Outstanding food!
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
09 May 2026
Henry
Excellent hotel. Good location especially for the Tallin ferry. Only a few Tram stops to the main city attractions. Staff at the hotel were great. Very polite and friendly and very helpful. Wonderful hotel and full of character. Breakfast and evening dinner were included in the price which made the stay at the hotel excellent value.
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
09 May 2026
David Tai Tak
The room was clean, and the staff were very helpful and supportive, and was able to accommodate different types of requests. Breakfast and dinner were both delightful.
Highly recommend
10/10
Exceptional
08 May 2026
Jeff
I am a Canadian of Finnish decent and a friend of mine recommended the Home Hotel. I gotta tell you its a great hotel. Yes I was a little apprehensive at first as I heard it used to be a jail...but everything was amazing!

From how they redesigned the place...to the lighting...to the super knowledgable and friendly staff...to the amazingly tasty buffet breakfast...to the heated bathroom floors and the super comfy bed it was a 10/10.

Oh also the location! Just a 5-10 minute walk to the tourist zone of Helsinki...but far enough to be super quiet and peaceful.

Highly recommend this one!
Self
10/10
Exceptional
06 May 2026
Judy
What a great place to stay! Rooms are spacious and nicely decorated.
The food selection for breakfast offered a nice variety and was perfect. Also, the free delectable dinner was a pleasant surprise.
If I return to Helsinki, it is where I’ll stay. Can’t beat it!!!
10/10
Exceptional
06 May 2026
Donna
We loved this hotel! The location is excellent. It's just on the edge of town and we could walk to the port to get our ferry to Tallinn. The staff were superb and we had breakfast, fika and dinner included which were all excellent. We hadn't realized this was the case so it was a wonderful bonus. The hotel is an old prison so it has lots of character and a couple of old cells to see. We had a wonderful time and would highly recomment this place
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
06 May 2026
Natasha
Amazing stay loved the property
8/10
Excellent
05 May 2026
Victor
Very good location, nce room, breakfast of the average quality.
Free dinner is very institutional (prison like) and better be skipped.
Family
10/10
Exceptional
04 May 2026
Christine
The hotel was in a great location within walking distance of several tourist sites and shopping. The staff was exceptional, friendly and helpful. I’ve stayed in many hotels and your staff was great!! Breakfast and dinner were also good with great selections.
Self
10/10
Exceptional
04 May 2026
James
Fantastic hotel with great dinner and breakfast
10/10
Exceptional
04 May 2026
Michael
Breakfast was fantastic.
Friends_and_family Friends
10/10
Exceptional
22 Apr 2026
Susana
We stayed 2 nights, hotel room was a big but couldn’t open the windows.
Breakfast was delicious with many selections, we didn’t have fika & dinner.
Hotel location was about 30 minutes walk from city center.
We will definitely stay there again!
Family
10/10
Exceptional
21 Apr 2026
Robert
Very different hotel, being an ex-prison. They've done a great job of retaining the character without being austere. Convenient for the number 4 tram and a nice location (town centre is easily walkable). Fully recommend this one, especially as breakfast and dinner included
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
15 Apr 2026
Denver
The breakfast menu was excellent with more than 20 items available. There is a super market about 500 meters away where you can pretty much get anything from bread, snacks to alcohol.
Self
10/10
Exceptional
15 Apr 2026
Mr D E
Great hotel to stay when visiting Helsinki. Tram 4 stops directly outside the hotel so getting around the city is really easy. Hotel staff were plesent and the hotel is quite quirky as it was an old prison. Rooms very good standard and of a fair size for a stay. Great choise for breakfast and if you want to use it evening meal untill 2000 included. Soup and 1choise of main but plenty of other items to choose from. Overall an excellent hotel and we really enjoyed our stay
10/10
Exceptional
07 Apr 2026
Manu
Amazing location, hotel is an old Jail renovated to a modern facility. It was a cool experience to stay here. Place offered breakfast, fika and dinner. Food was delicious. Nothing to complain very satisfied
10/10
Exceptional
04 Apr 2026
Nicola
Our stay was incredible. Our room was beautiful, the staff were really friendly and the perks of free breakfast and dinner was fantastic. Not only that, but it has a great location and right by a tram stop with 10 minutes into town if not quicker. Great stay!
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
25 Mar 2026
Tracey
Very conveniently located near the Viking Ferry Terminal. A very enjoyable stay. Pleasant walking around the area.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
21 Mar 2026
Thomas
We loved staying at this hotel! We enjoyed the building's quirky history and how the hotel incorporates it into the experience. Meals were fantastic. It was amazing to have breakfast, fika, and dinner included with the stay. That alone made the hotel worth it, but the facilities were excellent as well. Our standard room was spacious enough, and the heated bathroom floors were so nice! Beds were comfortable! We scheduled a private sauna session. Those facilities were nice and clean. It's an easy 10 minute walk to the ferry to Suomenlinna Island, and there is a tram stop at the hotel that is immensely convenient. Staff were all very friendly, helpful, and amazing. We highly recommend!
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
19 Mar 2026
stephanie
Fabulous hotel!! Easy access to the tram.
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
17 Mar 2026
Paul
Absolutely fantastic 2 night stay as a family of 4 (Mum, Dad + 2 teens). We arrived after midnight to a warm hotel and friendly welcome. Easy check in and room was large with comfortable beds. The bathroom had complimentary shower gel, shampoo, conditioner and body lotion, as well as under floor heating!!

Breakfast, dinner and \"fika\" (which is hot drinks and a cake snack 3-5pm) were all included in the room price. Breakfast was a HUGE variety, and dinner is one dish clearly advertised each day. The food was delicious, with dietary requirements labelled well. My daughter had Coeliac and she was able to eat so much as lots was gluten-free, and cross-contamination was catered for.

The hotel is a beautifully converted prison, with the history preserved in places. We didn't use the gym or sauna as had a short stay, but would return and factor time for this.

The hotel is right next to a stop on the number 4 tram, but we also walked from the central station when we arrived (about 25 mins) and to the market square (10 mins). There is a 24 hour small supermarket a 2 minute walk if you need supplies.


We would love to come back to explore more of Finland and would stay here again. Thank you for having us.
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
16 Mar 2026
mary michelle
nice room and location is great
10/10
Exceptional
14 Mar 2026
mary michelle
excellent in everything
Family_with_children
10/10
Exceptional
09 Mar 2026
Michelle
Impossible to fault. Staff, food and rooms all incredible. Made us feel right at home. Sauna was great too
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
07 Mar 2026
Isaiah
I stayed at this hotel for four nights in March 2026. The hotel is very cool, as I'm sure you have read that it's a former prison. The location is not the most central, but it's very easy to walk to downtown, and we found it to be perfectly fine. The tram runs right by the front door, so you can easily use public transportation to the other side of the city if needed.

The complimentary breakfast and dinner are absolutely amazing. I don't think I've ever stayed at a hotel that has complimentary dinner every night. I didn't use the gym, so can't comment on that. Overall an incredible value. I would be very likely to stay here again the next time I come to Helsinki.
Business
10/10
Exceptional
06 Mar 2026
andrea s
Food was delicious and the staff were kind and helpful. No complaints. Would definitely stay here again!
Family_with_children
10/10
Exceptional
24 Feb 2026
Sarah
Beautiful, clean rooms. Good food. Helpful staff. Neat atmosphere. Walking distance to city center.
Self
10/10
Exceptional
08 Feb 2026
Shan
Clean room, amazing staff , great Breakfast and Dinner too.Tram stop right in front of hotel. Ferry port very walkable.
Definitely recommend this hotel to anyone visiting Helsinki.
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
07 Jan 2026
Yuliswati
Very good breakfast and dinner , good value hotel
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
07 Jan 2026
Stuart
Room was very comfortable and homely. Breakfast excellent with wide choice of food.

We didn’t enjoy the dinner as much, as only one option for a main course, which was average. Salads and sides were average too. However due to the good value, the dinner was still a nice thing to be offered.

All in all, treated as excellent, as all the other aspects made up for an average dinner.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
04 Jan 2026
Nicholas
Excellent staff, food (breakfast and dinner), location and accommodation.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
03 Jan 2026
Wendy
Everything was wonderful. The room was clean and spacious, all meals were provided which were very good and the staff was very gracious.
Leisure Family
8/10
Excellent
27 Dec 2025
Jessica
Room was spotless. Staff were friendly, most
10/10
Exceptional
26 Dec 2025
Ian
This is a superb hotel. We stayed for 4 nights in December and enjoyed ourselves tremendously.
The prison conversion has been accomplished to a very high standard with loads of original features incorporated: cast iron stairs, the chapel and even an isolation cell.
The rooms were warm and comfortable, being decorated to a high standard.
Breakfast was included at our rate and proved to be excellent with plenty of choice, including Finnish specialities.
We ate dinner at the hotel on 2 occasions as it was included and suited our plans. It was a buffet and perfectly pleasant, but not exceptional. Fika (afternoon tea and cake) was a lovely touch and very welcome on a cold day.
Staff were friendly, helpful and naturally spoke faultless English.
The number 4 tram stops right outside and takes you directly to the city centre at least every 7 minutes.
Leisure Friends
10/10
Exceptional
21 Dec 2025
Christopher
A really great hotel all round - location (right on the tram route), facilities (lovely room, hotel history/theme) and everything included in the rate (breakfast/fika/dinner). The staff are really helpful and enthusiastic and nothing is too much trouble. Can't fault the whole experience - so glad we stayed here!
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
18 Dec 2025
Kanu
Good staff, pretty place!
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
14 Dec 2025
Boris
Variety
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
13 Dec 2025
Ashley
Unique hotel, comfortable and clean room, nice decor in room and throughout. The breakfast buffet was fantastic and we also enjoyed the dinner and fika each day, all included. Convenient, easy to walk to key sites and Christmas markets and we also enjoyed the sauna and playing chess in the lounge.
Leisure Family
8/10
Excellent
12 Dec 2025
Jeffrey
clean room and courteous staff
10/10
Exceptional
11 Dec 2025
Ian
The hotel is very quirky being a converted prison! Cells have been converted to rooms & are very comfortable. The staff are excellent & attentive. The food is traditional & very good. Breakfast has a lot of choice & dinner was included if you had what they served for that evening which we did. All in all a lovely stay. The rest of Helsinki is reachable o the tram system which is reasonable & regular.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
08 Dec 2025
Santino
Everything was awesome thank you very much
Leisure
10/10
Exceptional
02 Dec 2025
Marisa
I love the atmosphere, very cozy and cute. Will definitely recommend
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
27 Nov 2025
Scott
Everything was great. Staff is fantastic, rooms are nice, bathroom floor heated, deep tub and located right by everything
Leisure Family_with_children
10/10
Exceptional
23 Nov 2025
Alexander
Very friendly staff, Great location and excellent rooms and facilities. Breakfast was excellent as was the coffee!
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
20 Nov 2025
Madeleine
The staff were incredibly friendly and helpful , the rooms are lovely and clean and the breakfast has an amazing variety accommodating to many different diets :)
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
16 Nov 2025
Victoria
Rooms were great, staff very efficient and friendly. Food and service excellent.
Friends_and_family Friends
10/10
Exceptional
15 Nov 2025
Catherine
Good value for money
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
14 Nov 2025
Elena
Wonderful place to stay! Loved the heated bathroom flooring, the fact that the meals were included (and they were very good!), and nice walk to the center.
10/10
Exceptional
12 Nov 2025
Manraj
Clean, spacious, excellent facilities and service.
10/10
Exceptional
11 Nov 2025
Anggraeni
The hotel provide breakfast, fika and dinner and it was very good, definitely will stay there again.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
09 Nov 2025
Paul
Awesome, just fantastic. Would stay here again and again!!!
10/10
Exceptional
05 Nov 2025
Amjad
Staff very friendly. Food offer excellent. Breakfast and dinner included, which is big plus. Only negative comment is that if you want an hour late check, they will charge you €20 an hour, thats the only downside for my stay. As all hotels i have been to, they will give you free an hour - 2 hours free late check out if room is not required.
10/10
Exceptional
04 Nov 2025
Andrea
Excellent service. Friendly helpful staff. Spacious room.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
04 Nov 2025
Anna
Friendly staff. Rooms were large and clean. Great breakfasts and dinners.
Friends_and_family Family
8/10
Excellent
03 Nov 2025
Mykhailo
Excellent hotels with cozy atmosphere.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
01 Nov 2025
Nicky
Lovely clean hotel. Good food and lovely coffee. Would definitely stay again. Ideal location for ferry to Tallinn and not far to city centre.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
28 Oct 2025
Heather
Great historic property with friendly staff. Loved the sauna! Convenient location with easy transportation
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
22 Oct 2025
Jean
Great location and nice diner included
10/10
Exceptional
20 Oct 2025
Tracey
Excellent location in a nice neighborhood with tram access right outside the door, but also walkable to central Helsinki. Room was spacious and bed was fantastic! Bathroom well-lit and spacious as well. Breakfast had fairly limited choices and was quite repetitive. Dining area is very dark and not super comfortable. Overall, I would definitely stay here again. Good value and perfect location.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
19 Oct 2025
Chandra Lekha
Excellent service. Friendly staff. International atmosphere
Business Family
10/10
Exceptional
13 Oct 2025
Rebecca
An excellent hotel, comfortable beds. Would highly recommend
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
10 Oct 2025
Kelly
Lovely fresh breakfast and dinner.
Great location walking distance from central Helsinki
Very friendly helpful staff
Delightful quiet rooms
Leisure Friends
10/10
Exceptional
09 Oct 2025
Christopher
They have my highest possible recommendation!
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
09 Oct 2025
Sally
Really lovely quirky hotel. Breakfast and dinner included, both of which were really good. Good location, slightly out of the centre but easily walkable or there's a tram stop right outside. Would definitely recommend!
Self
10/10
Exceptional
07 Oct 2025
sonya
Great hotel by the airport, bed comfortable and good food in restaurant.
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
04 Oct 2025
Francine
excellent
Friends_and_family Friends
10/10
Exceptional
04 Oct 2025
Nigel
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